History of mathematics

Notes on how mathematics evolved from ancient counting systems to abstract modern theory. Covers landmark moments — Euclid’s geometry, the invention of calculus, the birth of algebra, and the stories behind famous proofs and unsolved problems. Each entry focuses on a specific idea, era, or mathematician, tracing how one discovery led to the next. A close look at the logic, the controversies, and the human drama behind the numbers.

Mangarevan Binary Number System: How Polynesia Used Binary Math 500 Years Before Computers

Many believe that binary arithmetic — the foundation of modern digital technology — was invented in the 18th century by…

History of Probability Theory: From Gambling Games to Controlling Reality

The History of Probability Theory: How Fermat and Pascal’s Problem of Points Started It All

This week is all about probability theory — a topic that goes back to the very beginning of this channel.…

Order of Operations Explained: The 150-Year History Behind PEMDAS and the Obelus Symbol

The Obelus: History of the Division Symbol on Your Calculator

The History of Zero: From Roman Milestones to the Budapest Zero Monument

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